When God’s Grace Rewrites Your Story: The Comeback Story of John Mark

Have you ever felt like you’ve failed too much for God to use you? In this message, Pastor Chris shares the inspiring story of John Mark—a man who stumbled in ministry, walked away, and found himself restored by God’s grace. Discover how God’s grace not only forgives but transforms, giving you a new purpose, no matter what’s in your past.

Key Points:
#1 Grace Sees the POTENTIAL in Your Story, Even When You Fail (Acts 13:13)
Even when you feel disqualified, God sees what you can become through His grace.

#2 Grace REVEALS and Repairs the Shattered Parts of Your Story (Acts 15:36–41)
God can use brokenness as a starting point for new growth.

#3 Grace REWRITES Your Story from Unworthy to Trustworthy (Colossians 4:10; Philemon 24; 2 Timothy 4:11)
Your past doesn’t have to define you—grace restores and redeems.

#4 Grace COMPELS You to Tell the Story of Jesus (Mark 1:1–2)
Like John Mark, you can share the Good News with others because God rewrote your story.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:
Pastor Chris shares his own journey of nearly giving up on ministry and how God’s grace helped him persevere. He encourages listeners to consider how they can be a “Barnabas” for someone else—helping them grow in faith and confidence.

Notable Quotes:
 “Grace rewrites your story from unworthy to trustworthy.”
 “Good Christians do dumb things—and God can still use them.”
 “God’s grace is bigger than your failures.”

Actionable Takeaways:
Reflect on a time you felt like giving up. How did God’s grace meet you there?
 Be a Barnabas this week—reach out to someone who might need a second chance.
Pray: “Lord, thank You for rewriting my story. Help me trust You and share Your grace with others.”
Read Mark 1:1–2 this week, and thank God for the Gospel story.

Scripture References:
Acts 13:13 – John Mark’s departure from ministry
Acts 15:36–41 – Paul and Barnabas’ disagreement
Colossians 4:10; Philemon 24; 2 Timothy 4:11 – Mark’s restoration to ministry
Mark 1:1–2 – The beginning of the Gospel of Mark

Keywords:
John Mark, grace, restoration, second chances, failure, forgiveness, Gospel of Mark, Christian growth, spiritual renewal, redemption

Challenge:
Let God’s grace rewrite your story—and look for ways to extend that grace to someone else today.

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